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Sep 8, 2014 18:03:08   #
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Anyone having troubles with Canon 5D III?
A-PeeR wrote:
I've had mine for a year now with no issues, knock on wood. I go out every weekend on long hikes with the camera. It's tumbled down steep banks with me, bounced off the ground, and weathered sudden downpours. Still works like a charm and I have no regrets purchasing it. I'll shoot with it until the shutter gives out and I'll probably get it repaired when it does.


Sounds like you have a keeper. Thanks for sharing your experiences.
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Sep 8, 2014 18:00:27   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Anyone having troubles with Canon 5D III?
Chris F. wrote:
Hi Mike, I won a raffle (first to purchase) at Calumet here in SF when the 5DIII first came out. I still had to pay, but got one of the first 5DIII's in San Francisco. I use it along side my 7D, over 80,000 clicks on each and never any problems.

Chris


Thanks for the info, Chris.
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Sep 8, 2014 12:37:10   #
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Anyone having troubles with Canon 5D III?
haroldross wrote:
On Adorama's website there were 80 reviews and 4 were negative. Of the 4, two of them looked legit. The other two, in my opinion, were due to user error.

I have not had any issues with my 5D MK III in the years that I have had it.
I have always found Canon's tech support to be top notch when I contacted them in the past. When dealing with customer service/tech support persons, I try to be extremely nice to them (even if I am somewhat angry/upset with them). A pleasant attitude usually is contagious and they are very willing to help.
On Adorama's website there were 80 reviews and 4 w... (show quote)


Thank you for your input. Agree 200 percent. Pleasant attitude is contagious. When it comes to complaints, it's important to remember that I am reading only one side of the story. Maybe their situation is accurate. But maybe not.

I haven't dealt with Canon USA repairs. But I have had positive experiences with customer service at Adorama and at B&H.

Treating everyone respectfully has worked for me.
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Sep 8, 2014 11:53:02   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Anyone having troubles with Canon 5D III?
PalePictures wrote:
I've owned mine since they first came out. B&H's second shipment. No problems at all. I own the 5dmkii as a backup.


Thank you for taking time to respond. For the most part, I am reading that the 5D III is an amazing camera.
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Sep 8, 2014 11:41:37   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Anyone having troubles with Canon 5D III?
Bob Yankle wrote:
I own both the Canon 7D and 5DMKIII (and a Canon SX50 for that matter) - the Canon 7D is my action and outdoor camera, but the 5DMKIII is reserved for the "really good" occasions. Not only does it take beautiful photographs, but the video capability is world class (especially if outfitted with an L series lens).


Thank you. Overall, I've read many positive responses like yours. But the handful of negative situations made me pause. And with Photokina approaching, will probably wait a few more days.
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Sep 8, 2014 11:38:36   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Anyone having troubles with Canon 5D III?
ckayakne wrote:
No issues here either. Had since March 2014.


Thank you. Appreciate your input.
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Sep 8, 2014 11:37:59   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Anyone having troubles with Canon 5D III?
tom hughes wrote:
had it now for two years. love the features not one bit of trouble.


Thank you.
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Sep 8, 2014 11:22:50   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Anyone having troubles with Canon 5D III?
I am considering making Canon 5D III the big brother to my 7D. But I'm concerned about complaints (found among Adorama's buyer reviews) about 5D III freezing up, failing to power on, and alleged callous treatment by Canon USA repair center.

Anyone here on UHH having troubles with the 5D III? Thank you for any advice.
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Aug 27, 2014 08:56:41   #
(Links and Resources)
B&H photo debuts Canon lens guide
bcheary wrote:
http://petapixel.com/2014/08/26/bh-photo-debuts-one-of-the-most-comprehensive-and-useful-canon-lens-guides-youve-ever-seen/


Thank you.
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Aug 25, 2014 19:14:30   #
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Break free from your comfort zone.
"Twenty years from now, you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails."

This quote attributed to Mark Twain came to mind as I read the following advice about stepping outside my comfort zone with my newbie photo skills:

http://www.outdoorphotographer.com/how-to/shooting/break-free-from-your-comfort-zone.html?utm_content=buffer0ed11&utm_medium=post&utm_source=twitter&utm_campaign=buffer#.U_vBtkuLFg0
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Aug 24, 2014 09:30:24   #
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Ansel Adams videos, other resources
jsmangis wrote:
I've been rereading his first book "The Camera" lately, and found that almost everything applies to digital photography as well. If you have a copy, open it up and read it. If you don't, buy a copy, or check one out of your local library(they still have those, don't they?). It has made me look at the way I use my DSLR, and slowed me down. He truly was a visionary and his lessons are timeless.


Thanks for the recommendation. Another interesting book about Adams is his autobiography, which includes several of his photos. I'll look for "The Camera."
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Aug 23, 2014 10:30:51   #
(Links and Resources)
Ansel Adams videos, other resources
Maybe you are aware of this list of resources on Ansel Adams. If not, enjoy.
http://www.photokonnexion.com/?s=ansel+adams
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Aug 9, 2014 08:58:51   #
(Links and Resources)
An interview with Gregory Heisler
St3v3M wrote:
http://vimeo.com/100946762


Thanks for sharing.
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Jul 29, 2014 12:49:27   #
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Royalty-free images $1 each
Looks legit. Thoughts, anyone?

http://www.dollarphotoclub.com/?utm_source=macworld&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20140729html
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Jul 27, 2014 13:11:39   #
(Links and Resources)
Choosing Nikon Over Fuji
jerryc41 wrote:
It seems like big news when someone switches camera brands or formats. Trey Ratcliff and Scott Kelby are two names that come to mind. Here's an article by a guy who swapped his Fuji X-T1 for a Nikon Df. This just goes to show that "One size fits all" is nonsense.

Notice that cool wrist strap he has on the Df.

http://www.echenique.com/2014/07/26/nikon-df-initial-impressions/


That wrist strap resembles a "lug wrist strap" shown on the web site of lancecamerastraps.com.
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